Mohit Jangid: A Master Craftsman’s Journey with The Jain Gyan Mandir.

When the Jain community of Los Angeles sought a masterpiece, they found themselves reaching out across continents to a master woodcarver in India—Mohit Jangid. Known for his intricate and soulful creations, Mohit was entrusted with a unique and deeply significant project: the creation of two massive sandalwood tree panels and Sandalwood *The Jain Gyan Mandir* 24th Tirthankar, a sanctuary of knowledge and devotion.

This wasn’t just another commission. The trees, with their delicate leaves, each engraved with the name of a Jain chair from across the globe, symbolised a spiritual bond between the Jain diaspora. It was a project that demanded not only precision but also immense dedication and reverence for the sacredness of the craft.

"I took six months to bring the vision to life," recalls Mohit. "Every leaf, every branch had to resonate with the essence of Jain philosophy—simplicity, purity, and depth." The intricate work of carving 24 Mahaveer Tirtankar into sandalwood, a material known for its sacred value in Indian traditions, required painstaking attention to detail. Each stroke of the chisel echoed centuries of Jain heritage.

The trust placed in Mohit was enormous, but so was his dedication. For half a year, sandalwood Gyan Mandir and the two panels became his world. Day and night, he laboured, ensuring every detail was flawless. "It wasn't just about creating something beautiful," he says. "It was about honouring the faith of those who entrusted me with this work."